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...00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child ...minor services, and vehicle storage)...529 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...581 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)...611 Warranty and Client Relations (U.S.
...00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child ...minor services, and vehicle storage)...529 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...581 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)...611 Warranty and Client Relations (U.S.
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You will also hear a beep when you open indicator works. You will see pages 184 and 187. 11 2012 TL Your vehicle also has a door and trunk open indicator (red) on the multiinformation display to indicate when a specific door or the trunk is not tightly closed . Your vehicle has a door/ trunk open indicator on...
You will also hear a beep when you open indicator works. You will see pages 184 and 187. 11 2012 TL Your vehicle also has a door and trunk open indicator (red) on the multiinformation display to indicate when a specific door or the trunk is not tightly closed . Your vehicle has a door/ trunk open indicator on...
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...reconnect the device that caused the error. Features UNSUPPORTED VER. Store some files in iPod Solution There is empty. Reconnect the iPod. 271 2012 TL Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. No files in the iPod. Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. If you ...see an error message on again. See page 265 for specification information on iPods. Use of unsupported iPod CONNECT RETRY Recognition failure of iPod Appears when the iPod is a problem with the USB adapter unit...
...reconnect the device that caused the error. Features UNSUPPORTED VER. Store some files in iPod Solution There is empty. Reconnect the iPod. 271 2012 TL Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. No files in the iPod. Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. If you ...see an error message on again. See page 265 for specification information on iPods. Use of unsupported iPod CONNECT RETRY Recognition failure of iPod Appears when the iPod is a problem with the USB adapter unit...
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... the audio system off, and turn it appears when the supported device is connected, reconnect the device. 280 2012 TL This error message appears for the USB flash memory device. See page 273 for the specification information for about 3 seconds, then plays the next song. Appears when the USB flash memory device is...
... the audio system off, and turn it appears when the supported device is connected, reconnect the device. 280 2012 TL This error message appears for the USB flash memory device. See page 273 for the specification information for about 3 seconds, then plays the next song. Appears when the USB flash memory device is...
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... and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''Phonebook .'' 2. Say ''Delete'' after the prompts. 3. HFL begins reading the names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number from your cell phone directly to complete the deletion. Follow the HFL prompts and name the number, or say ''Call.'' 2. Follow the HFL...
... and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''Phonebook .'' 2. Say ''Delete'' after the prompts. 3. HFL begins reading the names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number from your cell phone directly to complete the deletion. Follow the HFL prompts and name the number, or say ''Call.'' 2. Follow the HFL...
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...or killed. Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the following information. Before you can affect your ... and reliability. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before Driving 479 2012 TL Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing non-Acura accessories, may make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or...
...or killed. Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the following information. Before you can affect your ... and reliability. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before Driving 479 2012 TL Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing non-Acura accessories, may make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or...
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... compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is equipped with a tire pressure sensor. Driving 518 2012 TL You must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. Never use TPMS specific wheels. Each wheel (except the compact spare tire wheel) is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device...
... compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is equipped with a tire pressure sensor. Driving 518 2012 TL You must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. Never use TPMS specific wheels. Each wheel (except the compact spare tire wheel) is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device...
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If that the wheel's specifications match those of tires recommended in which you ever replace a wheel, make sure that is best to replace all four tires at ... See page 617 for DOT tire quality grading information, and page 619 for tire size information. 574 2012 TL Replacement wheels are available at the same time. Wheel and Tire Specifications Installing improper tires on your vehicle can be sure you do not, the tire pressure monitoring system will... It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Always use only TPMS specific wheels.
If that the wheel's specifications match those of tires recommended in which you ever replace a wheel, make sure that is best to replace all four tires at ... See page 617 for DOT tire quality grading information, and page 619 for tire size information. 574 2012 TL Replacement wheels are available at the same time. Wheel and Tire Specifications Installing improper tires on your vehicle can be sure you do not, the tire pressure monitoring system will... It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Always use only TPMS specific wheels.
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Vehicles) ...617 Tire Labeling ...619 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation...621 Emissions Controls...623 Three Way Catalytic Converters ...625 Emissions Testing ...626 Technical Information 611 2012 TL It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of the identification numbers. Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers ...612 Specifications ...614 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
Vehicles) ...617 Tire Labeling ...619 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation...621 Emissions Controls...623 Three Way Catalytic Converters ...625 Emissions Testing ...626 Technical Information 611 2012 TL It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of the identification numbers. Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers ...612 Specifications ...614 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
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...2 : Excluding the oil remaining in (1,620 mm) Weights Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Front Rear 194.0 in (4,928 mm) 74.0 in (1,880 ... (1,605.5 mm) 63.8 in the engine Approx. 18.5 US gal (70 ) 1.66 US gal (6.3 ) 2.19 US gal (8.3 ) Technical Information 614 2012 TL Seating Capacities Total Front Rear Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type 5 2 3 HFC-134a (R-134a) 17.8 19.6 oz (505 555 g) ND-OIL8...
...2 : Excluding the oil remaining in (1,620 mm) Weights Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Front Rear 194.0 in (4,928 mm) 74.0 in (1,880 ... (1,605.5 mm) 63.8 in the engine Approx. 18.5 US gal (70 ) 1.66 US gal (6.3 ) 2.19 US gal (8.3 ) Technical Information 614 2012 TL Seating Capacities Total Front Rear Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type 5 2 3 HFC-134a (R-134a) 17.8 19.6 oz (505 555 g) ND-OIL8...
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See page 604 or the fuse box cover. CONTINUED 615 2012 TL Specifications Lights Headlight (Low beam 1) Headlight (High beam/DRL) Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Front fog lights Rear turn signal lights Back-...
See page 604 or the fuse box cover. CONTINUED 615 2012 TL Specifications Lights Headlight (Low beam 1) Headlight (High beam/DRL) Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Front fog lights Rear turn signal lights Back-...
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Specifications Tires Size Front/Rear Pressure Spare Front Rear Spare P245/50R17 98V 1, 2 P245/45R18 96V 3, 4, 5 P245/40R19 94V 6 T135/80D17 103M 2, 3, 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 ... psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 2, 3, 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 1, 5 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 4, 4, 1 : TL 2 : TL with Technology Package 3 : TL with Advance Package and Canadian Elite Package 4 : SH-AWD 5 : SH-AWD with Technology Package 6 : SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite...
Specifications Tires Size Front/Rear Pressure Spare Front Rear Spare P245/50R17 98V 1, 2 P245/45R18 96V 3, 4, 5 P245/40R19 94V 6 T135/80D17 103M 2, 3, 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 ... psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 2, 3, 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 1, 5 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 4, 4, 1 : TL 2 : TL with Technology Package 3 : TL with Advance Package and Canadian Elite Package 4 : SH-AWD 5 : SH-AWD with Technology Package 6 : SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite...
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... Blind Spot Information System (BSI) ...519 Bluetooth Audio ...281, 376 Bluetooth B Battery Charging System Indicator...65, 596 Jump Starting ...591 Maintenance ...577 Management System ...87 Specifications ...615 Before Driving ...467 Belts, Seat ...8, 20 Beverage Holders ...214 HandsFreeLink ...407, 424 Booster Seats ...54 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS) ...508 Break-in, New... Parking ...212 System Indicator ...65, 598 Wear Indicators ...507 Braking System...507 Break-in, New Vehicle ...468 Brightness Control, Instruments ...143 Built-In Key...201 I 2012 TL
... Blind Spot Information System (BSI) ...519 Bluetooth Audio ...281, 376 Bluetooth B Battery Charging System Indicator...65, 596 Jump Starting ...591 Maintenance ...577 Management System ...87 Specifications ...615 Before Driving ...467 Belts, Seat ...8, 20 Beverage Holders ...214 HandsFreeLink ...407, 424 Booster Seats ...54 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS) ...508 Break-in, New... Parking ...212 System Indicator ...65, 598 Wear Indicators ...507 Braking System...507 Break-in, New Vehicle ...468 Brightness Control, Instruments ...143 Built-In Key...201 I 2012 TL
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INDEX A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...562 Daytime Running Lights ...555 Fog Lights ...560 Headlights ...555 Specifications ...615 Turn Signal Lights ...558, 562 Bulbs, Halogen ...555, 560 C Capacities Chart...614 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 Carrying, Cargo ...481 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD ... ...iii Dashboard ...3, 62 Daytime Running Lights...142 Dead Battery ...591 Defects, Reporting Safety...632 Defogger, Rear Window ...145 Defrosting the Windows ...231 Dimensions ...614 II 2012 TL
INDEX A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...562 Daytime Running Lights ...555 Fog Lights ...560 Headlights ...555 Specifications ...615 Turn Signal Lights ...558, 562 Bulbs, Halogen ...555, 560 C Capacities Chart...614 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 Carrying, Cargo ...481 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD ... ...iii Dashboard ...3, 62 Daytime Running Lights...142 Dead Battery ...591 Defects, Reporting Safety...632 Defogger, Rear Window ...145 Defrosting the Windows ...231 Dimensions ...614 II 2012 TL
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...64, 597 Oil Life ...85, 531 Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Oil, What Kind to Use ...543 Overheating...593 Specifications ...615 Speed Limiter ...492, 497 Start/Stop Button ...183, 188 Starting ...487, 489 Starting System Message...488, 490 Engine... Compartment Covers...542 Engine Coolant ...546 Engine Start/Stop Button ...183, 188 Ethanol in Gasoline ...469 III 2012 TL INDEX A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Dimming the Headlights ...139 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...549 Engine Oil ......
...64, 597 Oil Life ...85, 531 Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Oil, What Kind to Use ...543 Overheating...593 Specifications ...615 Speed Limiter ...492, 497 Start/Stop Button ...183, 188 Starting ...487, 489 Starting System Message...488, 490 Engine... Compartment Covers...542 Engine Coolant ...546 Engine Start/Stop Button ...183, 188 Ethanol in Gasoline ...469 III 2012 TL INDEX A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Dimming the Headlights ...139 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...549 Engine Oil ......
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... Trunk ...154 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...166 Low Coolant Level ...475 Low Fuel Indicator ...73 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Lower Anchors...47 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...614 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...481 M Maintenance ...529 Main Items and Sub Items ...536, 540 Minder...531 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...539 Safety...530 Malfunction Indicator... ...167 Modifying Your Vehicle...480 Moonroof ...210 Multi-Information Display ...78 Music by Voice...334 N Neutral Gear Position...496 New Vehicle Break-in ...468 VI 2012 TL
... Trunk ...154 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...166 Low Coolant Level ...475 Low Fuel Indicator ...73 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Lower Anchors...47 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...614 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...481 M Maintenance ...529 Main Items and Sub Items ...536, 540 Minder...531 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...539 Safety...530 Malfunction Indicator... ...167 Modifying Your Vehicle...480 Moonroof ...210 Multi-Information Display ...78 Music by Voice...334 N Neutral Gear Position...496 New Vehicle Break-in ...468 VI 2012 TL
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... Airbags ...9, 30 Side Airbag Off Indicator ...33, 67 Side Curtain Airbags ...32 Signaling Turns ...139 Snow Tires ...575 Sound System ...235 Spare Tire Inflating ...582 Specifications ...582, 616 Spark Plugs ...615 Specifications ...614 Speed Control ...401 Speedometer ...76 : U. S VIII 2012 TL
... Airbags ...9, 30 Side Airbag Off Indicator ...33, 67 Side Curtain Airbags ...32 Signaling Turns ...139 Snow Tires ...575 Sound System ...235 Spare Tire Inflating ...582 Specifications ...582, 616 Spark Plugs ...615 Specifications ...614 Speed Control ...401 Speedometer ...76 : U. S VIII 2012 TL
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... Spare ...582 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...617 Glossary of Tire Terminology.. 620 Inflation ...568 Inspection ...571 Replacing ...573 Rotating...573 Service Life ...572 Snow ...575 Specifications ...574, 616 Traction Devices...575 Winter Driving ...575 Tools, Tire Changing ...584 Torque Distribution Monitor (SH-AWD ) ...504 Towing A Trailer ...528 Emergency Wrecker ...607 Hook... Switch ...511 VSA System Indicator ...68, 510 Vehicle Storage ...578 VIN ...612 Viscosity, Oil ...543, 544 Voice Control System...228, 285 W WARNING, Explanation of ...iii X 2012 TL
... Spare ...582 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...617 Glossary of Tire Terminology.. 620 Inflation ...568 Inspection ...571 Replacing ...573 Rotating...573 Service Life ...572 Snow ...575 Specifications ...574, 616 Traction Devices...575 Winter Driving ...575 Tools, Tire Changing ...584 Torque Distribution Monitor (SH-AWD ) ...504 Towing A Trailer ...528 Emergency Wrecker ...607 Hook... Switch ...511 VSA System Indicator ...68, 510 Vehicle Storage ...578 VIN ...612 Viscosity, Oil ...543, 544 Voice Control System...228, 285 W WARNING, Explanation of ...iii X 2012 TL
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...TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2012 TL You may not have some , but not all models of the Acura TL. ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY V. This Owner's Manual covers all , models. The information and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover... be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for printing. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE Images throughout this publication were in effect at ...
...TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2012 TL You may not have some , but not all models of the Acura TL. ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY V. This Owner's Manual covers all , models. The information and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover... be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for printing. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE Images throughout this publication were in effect at ...